Hi All,
Anyone used an electric saw with an 12volt DC Power inverter?
I’ve got a handy little 750 watt saw and plenty of decent batteries but not sure what size inverter I’d need, ie would a 1500 watt continuous output be ok or too much/not enough etc?
I’ve got petrol kit but the electric option works well for weight and noise where I am.
Any thoughts or experience gratefully appreciated, cheers

Hi,
The IRATA systems are fully recognised by HSE and are time proven. Might be worth exploring that route as a possibility.
The Lyon Equipment/Petzl guys are very switched on with that type of equipment and systems, they're very highly recommended.
Hope that helps.
Regards,
JamieP

Hi mate,
The Beal ropes are superb for tree work. They're designed for industrial rope access so are incredibly hard wearing. Bear in mind that ropes are either static or dynamic so you wouldn't want to take a fall on a Beal rope. The IRATA, rescue teams and military people use these all the time so they're well tried and tested.
As long as you go for a Type - A (life support rated at 100kgs test weight), you'll have no problems with safety and insurance requirements. Hope that helps, cheers.
Jamie

Hi mate, yeah just crack on with it. It won't make the slightest bit of difference to re-growth. I've been doing it for 16 years now and the hedge will grow in exactly the same way as when the sap is down. Hope that helps.

Hi Minotaur,
I've been using a 171 for just over 2 years and found it to be perfect for carving, hedge laying and general work that's not too demanding.
Carving bars and picco micro chains are easily available to fit but you may need to change the drive sprocket as well - depending on the bar you use.
I've not used a 181 but I believe it's a slightly upgraded but also slightly heavier model. Can't fault the 171 but you might want to consider selling one or both and having a look at the new MS150. I tried one at my local dealers and am seriously considering buying one. It's super lightweight and has a better power to weight ratio than the 171 and 181.
Hope that's useful info for you, all the best mate.
Jamie

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